Household Manager

Sage Haus•Lake Bluff, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, close-knit family of five living in the North Shore suburbs of Chicago. Our household runs on routine, warmth, and a whole lot of love. We have three kids who are full of energy and mostly self-sufficient during the school day, a very easy-going small dog, and a community that rallies around us. Our home is welcoming, organized at heart, and we are committed to keeping it that way. Right now, our family is entering an important and demanding season. One parent is beginning a medical treatment regimen that will span several months, and we are proactively building a support system to ensure our household keeps running smoothly and our kids feel the same sense of normalcy and stability they always have. The other parent works long days, leaving early and returning late in the evening, which means we need someone who can hold down the morning rush and keep the house prepared and calm throughout the day. We approach life with intention and positivity. We believe in systems, simplicity, and keeping things light even when life gets heavy. We are looking for someone who brings that same energy into our home every single day.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must be comfortable with dogs
Child-friendly with a safe driving record

Nice To Haves

You are the kind of person who walks into a room and makes it feel a little better.
You are patient, kind, trustworthy, and genuinely empathetic.
You understand that some days the plan will change, and you embrace that without missing a beat.
You are proactive and self-directed; once systems are established, you do not need daily check-ins or hand-holding.
You notice what needs to be done, and you do it.
You are organized in a way that goes beyond tidiness — you think in systems, you love labeling, and you find real satisfaction in creating order that lasts.
You are punctual, especially in the mornings when it matters most.
You are comfortable working independently in a home that is mostly quiet during the day, and you handle your responsibilities with care and professionalism.
You are dog-friendly, comfortable with kids, and bring a genuinely upbeat, grounded presence into the home every day.

Responsibilities

Assist with the morning routine: breakfast setup, prompting kids to get dressed, brush teeth, and pack lunches before they head out the door
Help the youngest with lunch preparation as needed; older children prepare their own with reminders
Drop off the youngest child at Montessori school (approximately a 2-minute drive) on days when a parent is not available
Complete light kid-related errands including activity drop-offs and pickups within approximately a 10-minute radius
Maintain access to the family's Skylight calendar to stay current on schedules and anticipate the day's needs
Create and maintain organizational systems throughout the home, with priority areas including the entryway, kids' closets, kitchen, and pantry
Daily resets including tidying, dishes, wiping surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas
Prep the home for the weekly cleaner so deep cleaning can happen without clutter in the way
Fridge and pantry organization and ongoing maintenance
Seasonal clothing swaps for children, holiday decor transitions, and seasonal bedding changes
Coordinate donation drop-offs
Small home maintenance tasks such as changing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector checks
Breakdown and remove boxes as packages arrive
Wash, fold, and put away children's laundry
Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas
Approximately 3 dinners per week — simple, family-friendly meals (pasta, crock pot meals, tacos, etc.)
Prepare breakfast items including smoothies, eggs, oatmeal, cereal, and fruit before the kids wake
Prep after-school snack boards (carrots and hummus, fruit, cheese and crackers) ready for when the kids' return in the afternoon
Kitchen cleanup after cooking; address previous evening's dishes upon arrival as needed
Grocery shopping and/or order pickup from preferred stores
Proactively track and replenish household supplies; manage running shopping lists
Manage household orders and subscriptions
Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
Periodic deep cleaning and organization of the fridge
Entryway refresh and ongoing reset
Humidifier and air purifier cleaning and maintenance
Toy and gear rotation; collaborative organizational overhauls of key areas throughout the home
Fuel the family vehicle when running errands
Light organizing and upkeep of family vehicles as needed